Asparagus With Blood Orange Mayonnaise Recipe

Brighten your dinner with this vibrant and zesty Asparagus with Blood Orange Mayonnaise recipe! Tender asparagus spears are tossed in a creamy, tangy mayonnaise infused with the juicy sweetness of blood oranges. A quick and easy recipe perfect for a light lunch or a sophisticated side dish.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 49.9 kcal
Protein 10g
Rating 3.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Asparagus With Blood Orange Mayonnaise

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How to Make Asparagus With Blood Orange Mayonnaise

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Wash and trim the asparagus spears.
  3. Toss asparagus with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  4. Spread asparagus in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  5. Roast for 12-15 minutes, or until tender-crisp.
  6. While the asparagus roasts, prepare the blood orange mayonnaise: In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, blood orange zest, and blood orange juice.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
  8. Once the asparagus is cooked, transfer it to a serving bowl and gently toss with the blood orange mayonnaise.
  9. Garnish with fresh chives, if desired.
  10. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

11g

Fat

0g

Carbs

3g